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Kyocera TASKalfa 3551ci User Manual

Kyocera TASKalfa 3551ci
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OPERATION GUIDE

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Kyocera TASKalfa 3551ci Specifications

General IconGeneral
Duplex printingYes
Print technologyLaser
Maximum resolution600 x 600 DPI
Duplex printing modeAuto
Time to first page (black, normal)4.8 s
Time to first page (color, normal)6.4 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)35 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)17 ppm
Copier resize25 - 400 %
Maximum number of copies999 copies
N-in-1 copy function (N=)2, 4
Scan toE-mail, FTP, USB
Maximum scan areaA3 (297 x 420) mm
Scan speed (color)100 ppm
Image formats supportedJPG, TIF
FaxingColor faxing
Fax memory12 MB
Modem speed33.6 Kbit/s
Fax coding methodsJBIG, MH, MMR (Fax coding method), MR
Fax resolution (black)200 x 100 DPI
Fax transmission speed3 sec/page
Digital senderNo
Printing colorsBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Maximum duty cycle- pages per month
Number of print cartridges4
Page description languagesMicrosoft XPS, PCL 5c, PCL 6, PCL XL, PostScript 3
Paper input typeCassette, Paper tray
Total input capacity1150 sheets
Total output capacity250 sheets
Maximum input capacity7650 sheets
Total number of input trays3
Multi-Purpose tray input capacity150 sheets
Maximum print size297 x 420 mm
Duplex media weight60 - 256 g/m²
Paper tray media typesBanner, Envelopes, Plain paper
Paper tray media weight60 - 220 g/m²
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A3, A4
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA3
Multi-Purpose Tray media weight60 - 300 g/m²
DisplayLCD
Product colorGray
Market positioningBusiness
Direct printing-
Standard interfacesEthernet, USB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
Processor familyPMC-Sierra
Internal storage capacity160 GB
Sound power level (standby)38 dB
Sound pressure level (printing)49 dB
AC input voltage220 - 240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (standby)200 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)1.7 W
Power consumption (average operating)740 W
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth767 mm
Width668 mm
Height747 mm

Summary

OPERATION GUIDE

Overview

Input Data

Describes the types of data that can be input into the machine, such as originals, electronic data, fax, and USB memory.

Output Data

Details the various output formats and functions, including copy, print, USB memory, fax, and send functions.

Command Center RX

Explains how to access and use Command Center RX for checking status and changing settings via a web browser.

Machine Features

Optimize your office workflow

Describes features that optimize office workflow, such as one-touch programs and continuous scanning.

Save energy and cost

Details features for saving energy and reducing costs, like energy saver functions and duplex printing.

Create attractive documents

Explains features for creating visually appealing documents, such as booklet creation and image adjustment.

Strengthen security

Covers security features like PDF password protection, data encryption, and login by ID card.

Use functions more efficiently

Highlights features that improve efficiency, such as file size confirmation and wireless network setup.

Color and Image Quality Functions

Basic Color Modes

Describes the basic color modes available for scanning and printing, such as Auto Color, Full Color, and Black & White.

Adjusting Image Quality and Color

Provides guidance on adjusting image quality and color using functions like one-touch image adjust and color balance.

Adjust the color precisely

Details how to precisely adjust color parameters like density, color balance, and hue.

Adjust the image quality precisely

Explains how to adjust image quality settings such as sharpness and background density.

Adjust the scanned image

Covers adjustments for scanned images, like decreasing file size and converting to searchable PDF.

Guides Provided with the Machine

Printed guides

Lists the physical guides provided with the machine, such as Quick Guide and Safety Guide.

Guides (PDF) on the DVD (Product Library)

Lists the PDF guides available on the product DVD, covering various functions and operations.

About the Operation Guide (this Guide)

Structure of the guide

Outlines the chapter structure of the Operation Guide, detailing the content of each chapter.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Explains the conventions used in the guide, including symbols, cautions, and important notes.

1 Legal and Safety Information

Precautions for Use

Provides essential precautions for using the machine and handling consumables safely.

Laser Safety (Europe)

Details laser safety information specific to users in Europe, including Class 1 laser product classification.

SAFETY OF LASER BEAM (USA)

Provides laser safety information specific to users in the USA, including CDRH Act compliance.

Warranty (the United States and Canada)

Outlines the limited warranty terms and conditions for the multifunctional product in the US and Canada.

Energy Saving Control Function

Explains the energy-saving features like Low Power Mode, Sleep Mode, and Auto Sleep.

2 Installing and Setting up the Machine

Part Names

Identifies and labels the external parts of the machine for installation and setup.

Connecting Cables

Provides instructions for connecting essential cables, including LAN and USB cables.

Power On/Off

Details the procedures for turning the machine's power on and off correctly.

Installing Software

Guides users through installing necessary software from the DVD onto their PC.

Login/Logout

Explains the procedures for logging in and out of the machine's user authentication system.

Default Settings of the Machine

Covers the initial configuration of machine settings like date, time, and network.

Network Setup (LAN Cable Connection)

Provides instructions for setting up the machine's network connection using a LAN cable.

Command Center RX

Details how to access and utilize Command Center RX for remote machine management and configuration.

3 Preparation before Use

Using the Operation Panel

Explains how to use the machine's operation panel, including keys and touch panel features.

Touch Panel Display

Details the touch panel display, including the Home screen, icons, and taskbar.

Energy Saver function

Describes the energy-saving functions, including Low Power Mode, Sleep Mode, and Energy Saver Recovery Level.

Loading Paper

Provides comprehensive instructions on how to load paper into the machine's various paper sources.

Specifying Paper Size and Media

Explains how to specify paper size and media type settings for cassettes and the multi-purpose tray.

Preparation for Sending a Document to a PC

Guides users on preparing their PC and shared folders for receiving documents from the machine.

Registering Destinations in the Address Book

Details the process of registering destinations in the machine's address book for sending functions.

4 Printing from PC

Printing from PC

Provides instructions on how to print documents from applications on a computer.

Printer driver print settings screen

Explains the various settings available within the printer driver's print settings screen.

Canceling printing from a computer

Describes how to cancel print jobs initiated from a computer before they begin printing.

Banner printing

Details the procedure for printing banner-sized documents, including custom paper size registration.

Printing Data Saved on the Printer

Explains how to print and manage documents saved in the machine's Job Box, like Private Print/Stored Job.

5 Operation on the Machine

Loading Originals

Provides instructions for loading originals onto the platen or into the document processor.

Program

Describes how to register, recall, edit, and delete frequently used function programs.

Application

Covers the installation, activation, deactivation, and deletion of machine applications.

Canceling Jobs

Explains how to cancel jobs that are currently printing or waiting.

Copying

Details the basic operations for making copies, including setting functions and copy quantity.

Sending

Guides users on sending scanned images via email, to folders, or to custom boxes.

Scanning using TWAIN

Explains how to perform scanning using the TWAIN driver for documents on the machine or in custom boxes.

Scanning with FMU Connection

Describes how to scan originals using FMU Connection with File Management Utility.

What is Document Box?

Explains the concept of Document Box and its various component types like Custom Box and Job Box.

Using a Custom Box

Provides detailed instructions on creating, editing, storing, printing, sending, moving, copying, joining, and deleting documents.

Printing Documents Stored in Removable USB Memory

Guides users on how to print files directly from a USB memory device.

Saving Documents to USB Memory (Scan to USB)

Explains how to store scanned image files onto a USB memory device.

Removing USB Memory

Details the proper procedure for safely removing USB memory from the machine.

Manual Staple

Describes how to manually staple copied paper without using print operation.

6 Using Various Functions

Functions Available on the Machine

Provides an overview of the various functions available on the machine, categorized by tab.

Copy

Details the settings for copying functions, including original size, paper selection, and finishing.

Send

Explains settings for sending functions, covering original type, file format, and color/image quality.

Custom Box (Store File, Printing, Send)

Covers the operations related to custom boxes: storing files, printing, and sending documents.

Removable Memory (Store File, Printing Documents)

Details functions for removable memory, including storing files and printing documents.

Functions

A comprehensive list of functions available, with descriptions and reference pages.

Color Selection

Explains how to select the color mode setting for copying and sending/storing.

One-touch Image Adjust

Describes one-touch adjustments for images to achieve vivid or muted effects.

Duplex

Explains the duplex copying modes: one-sided to two-sided, two-sided to one-sided, and two-sided to two-sided.

Continuous Scan

Details the continuous scanning function for scanning large numbers of originals in batches.

File Format

Specifies the image file format options for sending and storing, including quality adjustments.

7 Status/Job Cancel

Checking Job Status

Provides guidance on checking the status of jobs currently being processed or waiting.

Checking Job History

Explains how to check the history of completed jobs, including printing, sending, and storing logs.

Pause and Resumption of Jobs

Details how to pause and resume jobs that are currently in progress.

Canceling of Jobs

Describes the procedure for canceling jobs that are in printing or waiting status.

Checking the Remaining Amount of Toner and Paper (Paper/Supplies)

Explains how to check the remaining levels of toner, paper, and staples via the touch panel.

8 Setup and Registration (System Menu)

System Menu

Explains how to operate the System Menu for configuring machine settings.

System Menu Settings

Details the various settings configurable within the System Menu, covering machine operation.

Common Settings

Covers general machine operation settings, including language, default screens, and sound options.

Error Handling

Explains how the machine handles errors, such as duplexing errors and paper mismatches.

Function Defaults

Allows setting default values for various functions like original orientation and file format.

System/Network

Covers machine system settings, including network configuration and security.

Data Security

Explains settings for securing data stored on the machine's hard disk and memory.

User Login/Job Accounting

Covers settings related to machine management, including user login and job accounting.

Date/Timer/Energy Saver

Details settings related to date, time, energy saving modes, and timers.

Adjustment/Maintenance

Provides procedures for adjusting printing quality and performing machine maintenance.

9 User Authentication and Accounting (User Login, Job Accounting)

User Login

Explains user login administration, including authentication methods and user properties.

Job Accounting Setting

Covers the setup and management of job accounting, including account creation and restriction.

10 Troubleshooting

Regular Maintenance

Details routine cleaning and maintenance procedures for optimal machine performance.

Toner Container Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing toner containers.

Waste Toner Box Replacement

Guides users on how to replace the waste toner box when it is full.

Replacing Staples

Explains how to refill staple cartridges in the optional finishers.

Clearing Paper Jams

Provides detailed procedures for removing paper jams from various locations within the machine.

Solving Malfunctions

Offers general guidelines and checkpoints for troubleshooting common machine issues.

Responding to Messages

Explains how to respond to various messages displayed on the touch panel or computer.

11 Appendix

Optional Equipment

Lists and provides an overview of the optional equipment available for the machine.

Paper

Explains paper specifications, selection guidelines, and types of paper supported by the machine.

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the machine's common functions, copy, printer, and scanner.

Glossary

Defines technical terms and concepts related to the machine's operation and network connectivity.

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